Kanawha City
Charleston
Visit Kanawha City
Popular places to visit
University of Charleston
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Charleston, during your travels in Charleston. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.
West Virginia State Capitol Building
Take a guided tour around West Virginia’s seat of government and marvel at its dazzling dome, which is covered in 23.5-karat gold.
Mardi Gras Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Mardi Gras Casino during your time in Cross Lanes? Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Charleston Town Center
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Charleston Town Center during your visit to Charleston. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.
Haddad Riverfront Park
Haddad Riverfront Park is just one of the places to see in Charleston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this walkable area, find time to visit its casinos.
West Virginia State Museum
Familiarize yourself with the story of West Virginia at this nicely laid-out museum, which covers such diverse topics as coal and the Civil War.
Top hotels in Kanawha City
Quality Inn Charleston South
Very comfortable stay. Breakfast was excellent and staff extremely pleasant and helpful.
Reviewed on Apr 7, 2026
Comfort Inn Charleston South
Staff was very friendly! Room had a few hairs in the bathroom.
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Charleston South, WV
Did not stay room dirty matress grossly stained bed side table drawer would not close or stay closed missing handle. Waited 10min for someone to come to desk for check in when came down to leave no one around called out for another 10 min. Call GM no answer... left review/ complaint on choice ...
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026
Red Roof Inn Charleston - Kanawha City, WV
Bed was super comfortable. Shower was good too. Staff very friendly and helpful
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Kanawha City by IHG
100/10 (that’s no typo). Misty was amazing! She settled us into our rooms quickly, called to make sure that it met expectations, and when we got up early the next day she was the one serving a hot and tasty breakfast. We. Will. Be. Back!!! I never get to say that about my hotel stays !!
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Charleston WV
The property is in a very rundown location, the room can use some upgrades (burn holes in the blanket, holes in the sheet, very thin discolored towels, ceiling crumbling on the floor, large crack around the exterior door, tub had burns and dirty caulking), there was a very strong odor of marijuana ...
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kanawha City
Malden
Malden is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out African Zion Baptist Church, a top attraction in the neighborhood.
Rand
While there might not be top attractions in Rand, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kanawha Mall Shopping Center and Kanawha Landing.
East End Historic District
East End Historic District is well-liked for its casinos, and you can visit sights like West Virginia State Museum and West Virginia Culture Center if you have time to explore the area.
Grosscup Road Historic District
Some popular features of Grosscup Road Historic District include its casinos and river views. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences or Charleston Town Center are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Downtown Charleston
If you're spending some time in Downtown Charleston, Mountain Stage and Charleston Town Center are top sights worth seeing.
Loudendale
Loudendale might not have many top sights, but Kanawha State Forest and Wallace Hartman Nature Preserve are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
